Which car parts have the highest value?

Monday, 15 July 2024

A lot of people still aren’t aware of the potential fortune they can make from recycling their car’s parts. For too long recycling facilities and scrap yards have been labelled as places for people looking for a ‘quick buck’ or to use it as a dumping ground for their old vehicles. But they’re so much more.

At ASM we have always championed the value in used car parts and how motorists can save on significant maintenance costs by simply buying second hand. It’s also beneficial for the environment because you will be making the most of your salvage parts, from end-of-life to damage-repairable vehicles. You’ll be contributing to a more circular economy.

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Have ever wondered what the most valuable car parts are? What car parts are most popular? Read on and we’ll explain what parts of your car you could cash in on with the help of a local scrap yard. However, do consider that if you remove parts from your car its total value can be worth much less.

What car part is worth the most?

The engine

The most valuable of car part is often the engine, understandably. A completely new engine can be the most expensive of maintenance jobs, but a dodgy engine may end up getting your vehicle written off altogether. So, if you are scrapping your car and no longer have use for the engine, it is a great part to be able to cash in on.

If your engine is still running efficiently, ask a mechanic for help before you sell it. They will remove it, drain it of any fluids and transport the engine safely to a trusted local scrapyard. Engines can still bring value even if they don’t work any longer. The aluminium they contain is a valuable scrap metal and can be sold to a local scrap metal dealer.

What car parts are easy to sell?

Car stereo radio

Car stereo and GPS

Two of the easiest parts to sell are car radios and satellite navigation system (GPS) systems. They are less likely to be damaged because of where they are in the vehicle. They also do not corrode or wear like a moving part or parts that are exposed to the elements. They are easy to remove too, so you won’t have to wait around long for your money.

What other parts can you sell?

Catalytic converters

Often the cause of vehicle thefts in the UK, catalytic converters are a big-money salvage car part. They are considered valuable because of the precious metals they contain – such as rhodium, platinum and palladium. They too are easy to remove, which is what makes them a prime target for criminals.

Catalytic converters are also a mandatory part of modern exhaust systems, filtering and lowering the toxic fumes emitted by vehicles. If you still have a functioning catalytic converter they will be in extremely high demand.

Air conditioning units

Any parts from an air conditioning unit are generally very valuable, whether they’re from a car or elsewhere. Compressors are often the most expensive part to replace, with the cost often running well into hundreds of pounds. Even filters and condensers can also cost upwards of £100 to purchase and install, so selling them to a scrapyard could make you a handsome amount of money.

Air Bags

There is also an enormous demand for air bags. When you consider the number of air bags recovered from accident write-offs and multiply that by the lawful requirement of two air bags per vehicle then you can appreciate the market value they have. They can, depending on the make and model, also be very costly to replace. This makes salvaged air bags far more alluring, which is reflected in the amount a scrapyard will give you for them.

Bumpers and exterior parts

Exterior parts are also very popular from damage-repairable vehicles, simply because we all have a prang once in a while. They’re also some of the easiest parts to remove from a vehicle. Some of the more common external salvage car parts that are highly sought after include the front bumper, the front bonnet and the rear bumper, all of which can take a bang and are vulnerable on a daily basis.

Find high quality recycled parts at ASM

We have an extensive range of over 100,000 recycled high quality vehicle parts at ASM. From big heavy engines all the way to spark plugs and used car tyres. If you’re looking for a high-quality, but affordable, car part simply search by your registration, make or model. We can deliver items to you or you can collect the parts in person from our Thame depot.

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